Does the Cervical Stenosis Affect Hand Function?
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- What is being studied
- This is an observational study: the protocol does not assign a study treatment.
- Who it may be relevant to
- Registry conditions: Spinal Stenosis Cervical, Hand Grip Strength, Neck Pain. Basic parameters: 18 years — 75 years · All.
- What needs checking
- Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
- Where it takes place
- Center list to be confirmed — check the primary protocol.
- Next step
- Save the trial, show it to the treating physician, and confirm current recruitment with the study center. Costs, documents and travel →
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Official title
Does the Degree of Cervical Spinal Stenosis Affect Hand Function?
Overview
The cervical spine is a complex structure that supports the weight of the head and protects the spinal cord and nerve roots. Cervical spinal stenosis (CSS), which develops as a result of degenerative processes, can cause narrowing of the spinal canal and compression of nerve structures, leading to symptoms such as pain, numbness, and weakness. This condition can negatively affect hand function, particularly grip strength and dexterity. However, studies in the literature examining the effect of CSS on grip strength and hand function are limited. Therefore, this study will be conducted to determine the effect of the severity of cervical spinal stenosis, identified in patients who underwent MRI following their presentation with cervical problems at the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation outpatient clinic of Buca Seyfi Demirsoy Training and Research Hospital, İzmir Democracy University, on hand grip strength and functionality. Grip strength will be assessed using the Jamar hand dynamometer, and fine pinch strength will be evaluated using the Lafayette pinch meter. Additionally, hand functionality will be measured using the Nine-Hole Peg Test. The impact of neck pain on daily life will be assessed using the Neck Disability Index. The data obtained will be compared and analyzed using appropriate statistical methods. This study is expected to fill a significant gap in the current literature by comprehensively elucidating the effects of cervical stenosis on hand function and grip performance, thereby contributing to the individualization of rehabilitation approaches.
Primary outcome measures
- Hand Grip Strength [Time frame: Day 1]
Secondary outcome measures (3)
- Pinch Strength [Time frame: Day 1]
- The Nine-Hole Peg Test [Time frame: Day 1]
- Neck Disability Index [Time frame: Day 1]
Eligibility criteria
Inclusion criteria
- Individuals aged 18-75
- Individuals who have previously undergone a cervical MRI
- Cases where the degree of stenosis can be clearly determined on MRI
- Individuals who have had neck pain for at least 3 months
Exclusion criteria
- Individuals who declined to participate in the study
- Individuals who had undergone cervical surgery
- Individuals diagnosed with vertigo
- Individuals with sudden hearing loss
- Individuals with additional neurological conditions
- Individuals with psychiatric or cognitive disorders that would prevent measurement in the study
Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.
Healthy volunteers: No
Study design
- Observational model
- Case-only
Study locations
Center list to be confirmed — check the primary protocol.
Identifiers
NCT: NCT07511153 · 2026/25